Dozens of health, fitness events in WNY, many outdoors, planned July 22-29

Following is a weekly listing of upcoming public events for those interested in health, fitness, nutrition and family support.The Buffalo News is now accepting more community events than ever for an expanded online calendar. If you would like your event included, submit the information two weeks in advance online at BuffaloNews.com/submit. Mail, fax and email submissions no longer are accepted.

Family Fun on Saturday Afternoon. Noon to 5 p.m. today, next Saturday, Middle Block, Old Falls Street, Niagara Falls. Arts and crafts, interactive children’s performers, “Exercise Like the Animals” fitness sessions and block party from noon to 2 p.m. Free.

Memory Minders. 10 a.m. Monday, Friday, The Dale Center, 33 Ontario St., Lockport. Social day program for adults with mild memory loss. For more info, call 433-1886 or visit daleassociation.com. $30 per day.

Storytime. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Canalside. For families and young children up to age 8. Free.

GRIEF SUPPORT

Good Grief support. 9:30 a.m. next Saturday, Calvary Episcopal Church, 20 Milton St., at South Cayuga St., Williamsville. For more info, call the church office at 633-7800.

OUTDOOR FITNESS

Sofie Schimmelpenninck dances during a Zumba class at Canalside. BlueCross BlueShield officials say the Tuesday night class is among the most popular at the downtown waterfront site. (Mark Mulville/Buffalo News)

Niagara Frontier Bike Club. Local cycle club offers daily rides to it’s members. Weekday rides vary from 20-30 miles with weekend rides from 25-100 miles. For membership and more information, visit nfbc.com.

Checkers Running Club track sessions. 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Williamsville North High School track, 1595 Hopkins Road, Amherst. Includes Children’s Track, Zero to 5K program and training. The club also organizes group fun runs and cross-country meets at various locations. Members get discounts on race entry fees and enjoy social gatherings including an annual picnic. For membership and program info, visit checkersac.org.

Salsa in the Park. Sarah Haykel, director of Salsa for the Soul, will lead this class from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday, Rose Garden at Marcy Casino, Delaware Park. $5 includes lesson and dance social. Beginners and singles welcomed and encouraged. For more info, visit sarahhaykel.com/dance.

Little Gym of Williamsville fitness. 10 a.m. Friday, Canalside. Designed for children ages 4 months to 12 years old.

PADDLE

The annual Paddles Up Niagara will take place July 29 at Beaver Island State Park on Grand Island. (Buffalo News file photo)

Kayaking with Tina. Smartstart Paddling Orientation classes, 6:30 p.m. Thursdays in July, August and Sept. 7, Beaver Island State Park, Grand Island; beginner classes at 11 a.m., 1 and 3 p.m. July 8 and 23 and Aug. 20, Wilson Tuscarora State Park. A kayak, paddle and life jacket will be provided. Space is limited, so sign up early. Call 282-5154 to register.

Paddles Up Niagara. 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. next Saturday, Beaver Island State Park. Free and open to the public. Register to paddle at bnriverkeeper.org/paddlesup.

Kayak safety courses. Throughout the summer at various rates through Seabirds International. For more info, visit seabirds.co or email seabird.ava@gmail.com.

BAMF Ninja/Parkour. 7 p.m. Friday, Canalside. Learn how to navigate obstacles in your environment as effectively and efficiently as possible. Get very good at getting over, under, around and through just about anything. Free.

Roller skating. 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, Healthy Zone Rink, Riley Street East Aurora. Visitors can bring their own roller skates or roller blades, but the rink also has purchased 150 pairs of vintage roller skates for rental. Cost is $5 entry for the three-hour session, with $3 for roller skate rental. The rink also offers pickleball, roller hockey, and lacrosse. For more information, visit thinkrink.org.

Adult ballet. 5:45 p.m. Monday, Neglia Conservatory of Ballet, Tri-Main, 2495 Main St., Suite 600. For women and men of varying ages and levels with an interest in learning fundamentals or returning to ballet. For more info, visit negliaballet.org. $10-$15.

Zumba Gold. 1 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday, Independent Health Family Branch YMCA, 150 Tech Drive. Included in YMCA membership or as part of the Silver Sneakers program, in which costs vary by insurance carrier. For more info, call 839-2543.

Yoga. 10 a.m. Saturday, next Saturday, 4 p.m. Wednesday, Resurrection Church Community Room, 3 Doat St., at Genesee St. Free for all ages and abilities; a snack will be served afterward. Supported by the church and the nonprofit Yogis in Service. For more info, visit yogisinservice.org.

As the Spirit Moves you yoga. 5 p.m. Monday, Winery at Marjim Manor, 7171 E. Lake Road, Newfane. Bring your own yoga mat. For more info, call the winery at 778-7001. $10. Prepay for five classes and get the sixth free.

Medicaid and Child Health Plus info session. BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York and the Rural Outreach Center will host an enrollment-assistance session from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday at the ROC, 730 Olean Road, East Aurora. Call 331-4844 for more information or to set up an appointment.

Alzheimer’s support. 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Fredonia Place, 50 Howard St., Hanover. Information about the 30-plus group meetings that take place across the region is available by visiting the chapter’s website at alz.org/WNY or by calling (800) 272-3900.

Friends and Family of Persons with Addiction. 6:45 p.m. Thursday, Amherst Town Court, 400 John James Audubon, Amherst. Information for families affected by addiction on how to find help.

Food Truck Tuesday. 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Larkin Square, 745 Seneca St., and Flying Bison Brewing Co., 840 Seneca St. Up to 28 trucks a week will be featured, each serving at least one healthy option. Live music on The Boardwalk at Larkin Square is also part of the fun. Free parking in the Larkin Development Group lots. Guests are welcome to bring a folding chair or picnic blanket; pets, smoking and outside food or beverages are prohibited. For more info, visit larkinsquare.com.

Elmwood Village Farmers Market. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, Elmwood Avenue at Bidwell Parkway. Each week, three different community groups will host an informational table at the market. For more info, visit elmwoodmarket.org.